Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
religiosa
ID:
1306541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mello-Silva & D.Sasaki

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 101: 565 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318995

Common Names

  • Vellozia religiosa
  • Religiosa Vellozia
  • Vellozia

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Description

Vellozia religiosa (also called Religious Vellozia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Vellozia religiosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and to prevent erosion. The plant is also used as a source of food for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vellozia religiosa has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellozia religiosa can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to plant the divisions in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Vellozia religiosa

Vellozia religiosa is native to Brazil. It is found in the states of Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and Rio de Janeiro.

Vellozia religiosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellozia religiosa?

Vellozia religiosa

What type of plant is Vellozia religiosa?

Vellozia religiosa is a species of plant in the Velloziaceae family.

Where is Vellozia religiosa found?

Vellozia religiosa is found in Brazil.

Species in the Vellozia genus

Vellozia sessilis, Vellozia punctulata, Vellozia pusilla, Vellozia resinosa, Vellozia taxifolia, Vellozia tragacantha, Vellozia tomentosa, Vellozia tubiflora, Vellozia dasypus, Vellozia sulphurea, Vellozia squamata, Vellozia squalida, Vellozia sellovii, Vellozia abietina, Vellozia epidendroides, Vellozia compacta, Vellozia tillandsioides, Vellozia armata, Vellozia costata, Vellozia stenocarpa, Vellozia caudata, Vellozia verruculosa, Vellozia canelinha, Vellozia incurvata, Vellozia ornata, Vellozia minima, Vellozia intermedia, Vellozia hemisphaerica, Vellozia graminea, Vellozia cryptantha, Vellozia ramosissima, Vellozia patens, Vellozia pilosa, Vellozia piresiana, Vellozia pterocarpa, Vellozia pumila, Vellozia nivea, Vellozia scabrosa, Vellozia scoparia, Vellozia seubertiana, Vellozia sincorana, Vellozia pulchra, Vellozia lilacina, Vellozia macedonis, Vellozia nuda, Vellozia maxillarioides, Vellozia metzgerae, Vellozia modesta, Vellozia nanuzae, Vellozia stellata,

Species in the Velloziaceae family

Acanthochlamys bracteata, Barbacenia andersonii, Barbacenia aurea, Barbacenia bahiana, Barbacenia beauverdii, Barbacenia blackii, Barbacenia blanchetii, Barbacenia brachycalyx, Barbacenia brasiliensis, Barbacenia brevifolia, Barbacenia burle-marxii, Barbacenia caricina, Barbacenia celiae, Barbacenia chlorantha, Barbacenia coccinea, Barbacenia conicostigma, Barbacenia contasana, Barbacenia coronata, Barbacenia culta, Barbacenia curviflora, Barbacenia cuspidata, Barbacenia cyananthera, Barbacenia cylindrica, Barbacenia damaziana, Barbacenia delicatula, Barbacenia ensifolia, Barbacenia exscapa, Barbacenia filamentifera, Barbacenia flava, Barbacenia flavida, Barbacenia foliosa, Barbacenia fragrans, Barbacenia fulva, Barbacenia gardneri, Barbacenia gaveensis, Barbacenia gentianoides, Barbacenia glabra, Barbacenia glauca, Barbacenia glaziovii, Barbacenia globata, Barbacenia glutinosa, Barbacenia goethartii, Barbacenia gounelleana, Barbacenia graciliflora, Barbacenia graminifolia, Barbacenia grisea, Barbacenia hatschbachii, Barbacenia hilairei, Barbacenia hirtiflora, Barbacenia ignea,

References

Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.
Denise Sasaki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Sasaki' in the authors string.